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McLaren W1 First Drive: Ferocious Hypercar Transcends the Track

You know things are getting serious when McLaren rolls-out the ‘1’ suffix. The origin story is, of course, the very first road car McLaren ever built, the F1. Designed by visionary Formula 1 aerodynamicist and engineer Gordon Murray, it arrived in 1992 and rendered all other supercars obsolete. The tiny, lightweight F1 embraced carbon-fibre material technology, adopted a radical centre seat driving position with two passengers set back and either side and was powered by a 6.1-litre V12 engine from BMW that might as well have been passed down directly from the Gods. Game-changer? That doesn’t even come close to describing its impact, even if at the time sales didn’t come easy… The P1 was very different. Rather than a unique side project from the Formula 1 team, it was instead a statement piece for McLaren Automotive, a new road car division still in its infancy. It arrived in 2013 and was a wild-eyed showstopper. It traded the long-legged gait and supple suspension of the F1 for a weaponized hybrid system capable of delivering 903bhp and huge blue flames from its drainpipe exhaust. In Race mode, it lowered by 2-inches and its massive concave rear wing extended into the sky. The P1 was all about aerodynamic downforce, crazed acceleration and a snorting, angry soundtrack that mixed venomous twin-turbocharged V8 with the manic whirr of electric motors. Not so much a car as a force of nature. And now there’s this: The W1. It’s a true successor to the P1 with a similar brief and, on the face of it, it evolves rather than radically reinvents McLaren’s vision for the ultimate hypercar. This is not a criticism. How could it be when the result is this dramatic and has such staggering, other-worldly potential? The W1 has 1258bhp delivered to the rear wheels. It’s capable of 0-124 mph in 5.8-seconds, the quarter mile in 9.6-seconds at 167 mph and produces 2205lbs of downforce at 174 mph. The active aerodynamics – particularly a rear wing that extends way out beyond the rear of the car – are pure performance art and deliver massive aerodynamic efficiency. The result, aside from looking extremely cool, is that the W1 is McLaren’s fastest road car around a racetrack. Ever. Their benchmark circuit is the breath-taking Handling Track at the Nardo proving ground in southern Italy, where the W1 beats their previous benchmark, the flyweight McLaren Senna, by three seconds per lap. Or “a lifetime” as they call it in racing. Maybe two lifetimes! Core to the W1’s performance is the new ‘Aerocell’ carbon fibre tub. With integrated seats and a raised footwell to allow for inboard pushrod-operated front suspension – which in turn gives air a clean path to the huge underbody diffuser – it’s light, stiff, space efficient and has been instrumental in McLaren realising a full ground-effect concept. Just like last year’s F1 cars, which were the fastest ever made. There is also an active front wing and the aforementioned complex rear wing dubbed ‘Active Long Tail’. All of which is very admirable. But the ‘anhedral’ or gullwing doors and the fantastically shirnked-wrapped feel to the minimalist, highly-focussed interior are a pretty good side effect. The W1 feels special. Those fixed seats are perhaps a shade more upright than expected, and the driving position is less obviously racecar than, for example, the Aston Martin Valhalla or Ferrari F80. However, once you’ve adjusted the pedals (they move on a slider) and the delicate, slim-rimmed and alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, there’s an overwhelming sense of purpose. The cabin is so tightly tailored and imparts a sense of lightness and agility before you so much as start the all-new 4.0-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which makes 916bhp all on its own and revs to 9200rpm. Reach up to a roof-mounted control panel to find the starter button. Maybe this fighter plane trope is a little corny, but somehow you feel thrilled rather than manipulated. The W1 has a sense of humour as well as all that motorsport-derived sophistication. There’s a short delay, but when the engine does fire it’s instant – as the high-powered hybrid system negates the need for an old-school starter motor. A sharp flare of revs tells you that this engine is hyper-responsive and angry. On some deep level your brain and body have been sent all the signals required to prepare for something new and intense. Ahead of us, an empty Mugello racetrack, so press and hold the blue button next to the red starter to select Race mode. The centre display graphic shows the W1’s transformation in real time as it lowers by 37mm at the front and 17mm at the rear whilst simultaneously undocking all that active aero goodness. Race mode is not road legal and is geo-locked. You can show your friends and neighbours the aero dance, but it won’t allow you to select a gear to actually drive unless you’re at a circuit. Incidentally, the rocker switches either side of the display binnacle allow further options now: Toggle up the Handling control on the left for Race+ (for F1-spec super smooth tracks) or stick to Race for gnarlier ones. On the right toggle select ‘GP’ for sustained performance over a stint or ‘Sprint’ to unleash all 1258bhp for a time attack. There’s also a DRS and Boost function on the steering wheel. But I guarantee you won’t have the mental capacity to use them… Exit the pitlane, pin the throttle and W1 takes maybe a millisecond or two to gather its might (the gearing stretches to around 60mph in first, nearly 100mph in second, primarily to aid traction), but then lunges at the first turn with incredible ferocity. It instantly feels light, almost like inertia is no longer a thing. McLaren really does prize lightweight engineering, and at 3084lbs (dry) the W1 has a 278lbs advantage over the Ferrari F80. Plus, Ferrari uses figures for cars fitted with every single carbon fibre option. In reality, the gap is probably wider still. The impression of agility and stunning control continues as the track is unravelled at startling pace. The electric motor mounted to the side of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission is good for 342bhp and 324lb ft and it boosts any low rev lethargy the new flat-plane crank V8 might have (spoiler alert: It doesn’t appear to have any), so the W1 just feels massively, almost impossibly powerful at any revs. Even so, there’s real reward for wringing it out to 9200rpm and the power curve feels superheated but organic, too. In Race mode the steering – still hydraulically powered – has less assistance and it is noticeably heavier than other McLarens. However, that resistance is welcome as it gives you something to push against and imparts so much information about the front grip level. New Pirelli Trofeo RS tyres with a bigger front footprint than P1 or Senna really help. The front-end feels incredibly secure and the rear-axle follows with perfectly-aligned precision. The whole car feels super-stiff, completely locked into the surface and inspires confidence, but there’s an inherent agility and adjustability that means you’re quickly confident to push at its limits and really impose yourself on the chassis. It’s such a complex car but the driving experience is intuitive, and the driver feels a key contributor rather than just amazed (or terrified) observer, holding on for dear life. Every dynamic ingredient really is shockingly effective and yet has a subtlety and lightness of touch. From that delicious steering to the incredible brakes, the W1 just feels so mission-focussed, so hooked-up. Only the new 8-speed gearbox is a slightly disappointment. It’s fast and punchy, but after the scintillating energy of the Ferrari F80 ’box it feels competent rather than inspired. Other quibbles – it’s okay to quibble when the starting price is $2.1-million before tax and destination charge. Well, that new twin-turbocharged V8 sounds tightly wound and aggressive but if you have a P1 tucked in the garage you’ll miss the snorting, Darth Vader-style soundscape and all the drama that goes with it. Ferrari does this better, too. The F80 sounds deathly dull from the outside but is a riot of turbochargers, electric motors and all sorts of mechanical fury within the cockpit. Even so, the W1 is wildly entertaining on track, and the rear-drive configuration makes it more of a challenge and more satisfying than the F80 when chasing lap times or just sliding around for fun. In the Ferrari, you must second-guess what the front e-axle might do, whereas in the W1 it’s all on you. There are plenty of tools to help, including the ingenious Variable Drift Control, but somehow the W1 is more heroic. Or at least fools you into feeling more heroic – which is surely the point! On the road? Nimble, loaded with feel and sublime response. The ride is noticeably tougher than, say, a 750S but the control is ramped-up too, and with a bit more speed the whole car finds a delicious rhythm. Sport mode for the drivetrain brings some nice turbo whooshes and chirps, but the noise remains high-quality rather than extreme excitement. It is perhaps the one area the W1 feels just a little too tame. Of course, there’s nothing tame about the raw performance… which is genuinely shocking and literally hurts your neck muscles after a few hours. How McLaren has given the W1 such immense traction through just two driven wheels is beyond me. So, is it worthy of that ‘1’? I think so. Perhaps we won’t be talking about $25-million auction results for the W1 in 30 years from now, as we are for the F1. Perhaps it doesn’t quite have the amazing presence and jaw-dropping star quality of the simply gorgeous P1. But it is such an intense experience and the way it marries stunning track performance with delicate poise and entertainment on normal roads is something akin to magic. Maybe not ‘the one’ but definitely a searing, outrageous addition to McLaren’s fiercest family line. Just 399 W1’s will be built and they’re all sold. I’m not surprised at all. View All McLarens For Sale Images: McLaren Automotive

By Edward Jones – September 08, 2016

Up Close With The Ford F-150 Black-Ops Edition by Tuscany

Have you ever looked at your car and truck and wondered what it would look like if you have someone professionally film or photograph it? Well, if you buy this F-150 Black-Ops Edition by Tuscany from Ford of Murfreesboro, you won't have to wonder. In a "glamour" video uploaded by the dealer we get a chance to get up close and personal with the truck.This truck starts with a fully loaded Crew Cab, with every inch being "murdered out" with custom accents by Tuscany. For a solid foundation, six inches of suspension lift are combined with 20-inch matte black wheels wrapped in 305/55 (or 33”) BF Goodrich all-terrains. A fabricated Black Ops front bumper has built-in LED lighting and pairs nicely with the billet grille.This truck is currently for sale. To see its price and more information, be sure to click the button below.View Price and Listing

By Edward Jones – September 07, 2016

Custom Captain America Ford F-250 For Sale

Since he materialized into the world via comic books, Steve Rogers, also known as Captain America, serves as an icon of the United States. Joining him as a true American is the iconic pickup truck, more specifically this custom Ford F-250 Super Duty, which pays homage to the Hydra-fighting superhero. The truck comes built and for sale by Lewisville Autoplex, located in Lewisville, Texas.Providing the truck an all-around Captain America look is the custom wrap done by Rockwall Wraps. Its blue, black and chrome colors feature Cap's shield and reminds me of the pages of the "Fallen Son" Captain America series where our hero meets his untimely end (not to worry... he, of course, came back to life). The front and rear of the truck sport Road Armor bumpers, as well as Rigid Industries LED lights. Of course, this truck would not be complete without Cap's shield adorning the front grille. As for wheels, Lewisville Autoplex chose 22-inch Fuel Assault wheels that are wrapped in 37-inch Toyo Open Country MT tires (37X13.50R22LT).Along with these modifications, its buyer also gets a 100k mile extended warranty and peace of mind, thanks to a free and clean CARFAX Report. To learn more and see its price, be sure to click the button below.View Price and Listing

By Andrew Nabors – August 05, 2016

The Saleen S7: America's First Production Supercar

When it debuted at the Monterey Historic Races in August of 2000, the Saleen S7 emerged as America’s first production supercar. Steve Saleen was known for his powerful Mustangs, but he wanted a clean-sheet design unencumbered by the legacies of Ford’s Fox platform. Steve Saleen's Signature on an S7 A tubular space frame of 4130 steel was hand fabricated. A 7.0-liter version of Ford’s 351 Windsor V8 was placed behind the driver. This last great triumph of the Windsor block made 550 hp naturally aspirated. The S7 was one of the world’s first cars to have a carbon fiber body; it paved the way for the magic material to find its way into our modern daily drivers. (Related: Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren: Carbon-Fiber’s First Victory) Focused on luxury and functionality, the S7 features a leather and aluminum-trimmed cabin for its passengers. With an asymmetrical layout, the cabin pushes the driver closer to the center of the car to help balance its weight for performance and handling purposes. The shape of the S7’s exterior was formed with extreme top speed in mind. At 160 mph, the carbon fiber body creates the supercar’s 2,750 lb curb weight in downforce, which allows stability to be maintained up to the car’s top speed of 220 mph. Sportscars For Sale If you have a need for speed, the S7 gained twin turbos in 2005. With horsepower increased to 750 hp and torque to 700 lb-ft, the Saleen S7 Twin Turbo reaches a top speed of 248 mph and sprints from 0-60 mph in 2.8 seconds. In the new iteration, the front and rear diffusers and rear spoiler were reworked to increase downforce by 60 percent. Automatics need not apply, as every model created during the ten year run were all equipped with six speed manual transmissions. Steve campaigned the S7 at Sebring and LeMans and it proved to be a viable competitor to the biggest auto makers in the world. These cars will only accrue in value, and thanks to a recent surge in popularity, we have a few to choose from - including two signed by Steve Saleen himself. Check them out below, and find the perfect example for your collection. 2004 Saleen S7 GT1 Luxembourg 2004 Saleen S7R ALMS GT1. This is chassis 029R the 2004 ACEMCO car that finished 3rd at the Championship, later raced FIA GT 2009 ( 2 wins ) and beat many times the MC12s. This is the very first « evolution » car after the S7R was totally redesigned and built in CA ( previous ones were built in UK by RML ). It received major evolutions in terms of aero, suspension, gearbox, brakes and reliability. Acemco had their engines built by ELAN ( a Don PANOZ company ) now unrestricted and producing 730HP. The car is in fantastic technical and cosmetical condition and has been totally rebuilt from the chassis ( engine by ELAN ), only 5 hours since. It comes with a few spares and is ready to race. Raced the 2015 Daytona Classic, constantly lapped in 1,46 with non professional driver and unbeatable in GT. The evolution S7Rs are extremely quick and easy to drive. A real ALMS legend Elligible for HSR & SVRA series. Car located in Luxembourg and welcome to any inspections. View Listing 2004 Saleen S7 Warrensville, Ohio We have just added to our extensive exotic car inventory a beautiful 2004 Saleen S7 in Speedlab Silver over beige full leather with only 1,481 miles. This S7 is loaded with: Six speed manual transmission, 575hp 7.0 Liter V8, polished forged aluminum wheels, Connoly leather trim, back up camera, air conditioning, Saleen/Brembo brakes and more. Family owned and operated, Marshall Goldman Sales and Leasing has been pairing the best in luxury automobiles with discerning customers across the globe since 1978. Every car we offer is owned by us and is on site in our massive 40,000 square foot indoor showplace. Call us today and find out what legions of satisfied customers already know: Our staff's professionalism and our unparalleled inventory offer a buying experience unlike any other. Buy the best, from the best! View Listing 2005 Saleen S7 Twin Turbo Honolulu, HI 2005 SALEEN S7 Twin-Turbo, car #62. Only 559 miles, "Lizstick Red", Black interior with Grey inserts, 7.0 Liter Aluminum V8 Twin-Turbo with 750 horsepower at 6,300rpm and 700ft.-lbs. torque at 4,200rpm. 0-60 in 2.8 seconds with a top speed of 248mph. 1 of only 20 Saleen S7 Twin Turbo ever made and one of the lowest mileage samples in existence. The Saleen S7 has already caught the eye of the collector car market. Referred to by many as “the only American Supercar”, this is one of the last very low mileage examples of a very limited production run. Includes original luggage set. Vehicle exterior dual coated in Modesta BC-09 Hi-PHPS Coating and PD Private Label paint sealant. View Listing 2003 Saleen S7 Las Vegas, NV Car # 28. For further information on this American supercar, please call Tom Brazill at 702-682-6995 . View Listing 2003 Saleen S7 Chicago, IL View Listing

By Edward Jones – August 01, 2016

Rosso Mugello Ferrari 488 Spider For Sale

Available at Velocity Motorcars is an absolutely stunning 2016 Ferrari 488 Spider. Its finish is the Rosso Mugello paint, a rare one that needs to be seen first-hand in order to truly understand its beauty.It comes with a litany of factory options, including the AFS System, Yellow brake calipers, Carbon Fiber driver zone, Daytona seats, electric seats, front suspension lifter, emblem stitched into the headrests, Sport Exhaust, Scuderia Ferrari shields, parking camera, front and rear parking sensors and matte Grigio Corsa standard wheels. It also comes with a three-year full warranty from the original in-service date of July 1, 2016, as well as a seven-year full maintenance from the previously mentioned date. Items accompanying the car include two keys, car cover, battery tender, toolkit, tire inflation kit and the laminated window sticker.Instead of waiting around to order a 488 Spider, here's one that's ready for a new owner. Click the button below to learn more.View Listing and Price Complete Ferrari 488 Prices & Specs

By Andrew Nabors – July 28, 2016

2015 Lamborghini Huracan Super Trofeo Race Car For Sale

If you happen to be in Wisconsin next weekend, Road America at Elkhart Lake will be the next stop in Lamborghini's Super Trofeo Series. Sponsored by Blancpain, the series is aimed at private teams and individual drivers. It consists of 50-minute races that showcase the abilities of the latest Huracan LP 620-2. All cars are rear-wheel drive and powered by an unrestricted version of the 5.2L V10 found in the production car. Leather and Alcantara is exchanged for a roll cage and Motec instrumentation. A wider grill opening allows the larger radiator to keep this bull from overheating, and the fenders are flared at all corners for wide racing rubber. Look closely at the pedal box and you will see a clutch. Instead of the computer controlled dual clutch automatic, the Super Trofeo is the only Huracan to offer a six-speed sequential transmission.Lower, leaner & louder than any street car, the Huracan Super Trofeo is the perfect track day toy. In true racing form, the aerodynamic parts are held on by Dzus fasteners, and the wheels are center-lock. The fuel cell holds 31 gallons of premium and the car only weighs 2,800 lbs, so you will need to be mindful of weight transfer in the corners. Super Trofeo cars are rarely sold because drivers become addicted to them. Normally these cars are abused every weekend, so we love to see them in pristine condition. The series has a few races left in the season, so if you need a last minute entry, Driving Emotions has your next ride.View Price & Listing

By Nicole Slaughter-Graham – July 25, 2016

Top 5 Ferraris for Sale on duPontREGISTRY.com- July 25, 2016

There's something about an Italian sports car that makes us happy. Maybe it's the impeccable design. It could be the thrilling power. Or maybe, it's just a little Italian romanticism. One thing is for sure, there's nothing quite like a Ferrari. We're lucky to have some of the most incredible examples available. Check out our Top 5 Ferraris below.5. 2014 Ferrari F12 Berlinetta The Facts Mileage: 2430 Color: Nero (Black) Exterior / Black leather w/ red stitching interior Special Features: Red Ferrari Brake Calipers, Carbon Ceramic Brake System, Red Stitching throughout Interior, Scuderia Ferrari Shields, Carbon Fiber Steering Wheel with LEDs, Carbon Fiber Central Bridge, Carbon Fiber Cup Holder, Carbon Fiber Dashboard Inserts, Carbon Fiber Trim Price: $339,900 View Listing 4. 2016 Ferrari 488 GTB The Facts Mileage: 3453 Color: Bianco Avus White exterior / Dark Blue Sterling interior Special Features: Carbon Fiber Steering Wheel + LEDs, Scuderia Ferrari Shields, Goldrake Racing Seats in Large, Coloured Special Stitching in Filo Speciale Bianco, Coloured Steering Wheel in Blu Sterling and more Price: $334,000 View Listing 3. 1990 Ferrari F40 The Facts Mileage: 545 Color: Rosso Corsa exterior / Rosso cloth and carbon fiber interior Special Features: Originally owned by racer and CART team owner Carl Haas Price: $2,149,900 View Listing 2. 2003 Ferrari Enzo The Facts Mileage: 8825 Color: Rosso Corsa exterior / Black interior Special Features: Original U.S. Ferrari Enzo, 1 of 399, Large Carbon Fiber racing seats Price: $2,790,000 View Listing 1. 1966 Ferrari 275 GTB The Facts Mileage: 46,300 Color: Innes Ireland Livery exterior / Black interior Special Features: First road car to feature independent rear suspension Price: $3,650,000 View Listing

By Andrew Nabors – July 20, 2016

Miura Homage 2015 Lamborghini Huracan For Sale

Imitation is the most sincere form of flattery, which is why Lamborghini used the classic colors of the original SuperVeloce for the Aventador Miura Homage edition. The beautiful combination of Rosso Mars over gold rocker panels along with a black interior would look great on almost any car, but we first saw them on a stunning 1972 Miura SV from Curated.We assumed the colors would be exclusive to the Aventador, but one savvy dealer found a loophole in the ordering process. FC Kerbeck ordered this stunning 2015 Huracan as a Miura tribute, and it has only seen 3.456 miles before being traded for something else. For sale by Algar Ferrari of Philadelphia, and it has every option available. If you don't need twelve cylinders in your daily driver, head over to our main site for all the details.View Price & Listing

By Edward Jones – July 13, 2016

Exposed Carbon Fiber Pagani Huayra For Sale in Florida

Here's a crazy one: a 2014 Pagani Huayra has been listed for sale at Prestige Imports in Miami, Florida. Actually, this shouldn't come as a surprise considering Prestige Imports is actually an authorized Pagani dealership.Named after the Quechua wind god, Huayra-tata, the Huayra is a hell of a car sporting a massive twin-turbo Mercedes-AMG V12 engine that was built specifically for Pagani. This powerplant produces 730 hp that, in cooperation with the advanced aerodynamics, will have the car cutting through the air in a god-like manner.(Also Check Out - The Pagani Huayra Project Vulcan: Created by Dedication) This example dons no paint finish opting for exposed carbon fiber instead. Contrasting against the dark tones of the carbon fiber is red trimming that is found across the car in places like the wheels and side skirts. I might be biased considering the red/black combo is one of my favorites, but this hypercar is downright stunning. If the exterior doesn't give you enough carbon fiber, the interior is also chock-full of the material.The car comes with 995 miles clocked on the odometer, a low amount for a two-year-old car. For more information, click the button below or visit Pagani Miami in North Miami Beach, Florida.View Listing

By Andrew Nabors – July 11, 2016

Tarocco Orange 2015 McLaren P1 For Sale

Along with being incredibly light and strong, carbon fiber is also a great electrical conductor. Perhaps that is why McLaren chose it as the basis for their P1 hybrid hypercar. Only 375 cars were produced, which is why we love the opportunity to showcase them. What you see before you could be the most highly optioned P1 in existence, located at McLaren Newport Beach.McLaren Special Operations is capable of customizing any of their models, and we have yet to see a limit to their abilities. This car has all of the standard content which includes a 903 hp twin turbo 3.8L V8 and a plug-in hybrid electric drive, but the list of MSO options is simply shocking. If you need more citrus in your diet, Tarocco Orange is the name of the bespoke exterior.You won't find another like this, because McLaren says it was the only US-spec P1 ordered in this finish. McLaren Newport beach has a knack for repeat business, so this low mileage (only 1,114) example has been taken in on trade with no evidence of wear. This is car #225 and it was among the most expensive cars to be ordered. For more information and images, head over to the listing on our main site.View Listing

By Andrew Nabors – July 01, 2016

English White 2017 Rolls-Royce Phantom Drophead Coupe Ser...

As the flagship of the Phantom series, the Drophead Coupe from Rolls-Royce embodies everything that is right about luxury convertibles. Built by hand, this English White masterpiece has arrived in St. Louis with many rare options. Usually the interior is limited to one contrast, but Seashell leather provides a brilliant canvas for navy blue stitching and piano black wood. The deck lid has book matched teakwood that can be operated at speeds up to 31 mph.Under the brushed stainless bonnet lies the 6.75 L V12 that separates Rolls-Royce from the competition. It idles in silence, your only indication being the reserve power gauge reading at 100%. To have 453 hp and 531 lb-ft of torque at your command is not for the feint of heart. A well insulated top removes outside disturbances in order to make the best of 15 speakers and 600 watts of Lexicon audio. Such highly optioned examples are normally custom ordered, so here is your opportunity without having to wait. For more images and information, please contact St Louis Motorcars. View Listing

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